The inertia in many companies seems to be big employee volunteer events and some nonprofit sponsorships. Many of the companies that have come to me discovered that these things often look good in press releases, but fall short of expectations for making an impact. So what […]

Think of your online footprint as your first impression. This is your personal brand: your business card, portfolio, and resume presented to the world. If someone Googles you, what will they see? This week’s #ThreeforThursday offers some tips on how to get started creating your story. […]

The availability of abundant energy resources in North America is creating a structural economic advantage with a ripple effect across the nation, with a particular boost for regional manufacturing sectors. What’s next for resource-intensive industries and how will they increase production and exports? This re-shoring of […]

The consensus on Houston, from Houston chapter members: The Price of Oil Yes, they are worried about the price of oil. How can they not be? They note that Houston’s real estate market moves inversely to the rest of the U.S. economy. When the rest of […]

With an impressive resume and many accomplishments to her name, Eva Stevens continually heeds her favorite words of advice to “show up and make a difference!” Recently promoted to executive vice president and chief operating officer of United Properties in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Stevens makes a commitment […]

A growing body of research indicates that prolonged sitting can lead to numerous health problems. A Washington Post infographic, “The Health Hazards of Sitting,” points out that too much sitting – the average U.S. adult clocks eight hours a day in that position – negatively impacts […]

When it comes to technology, there’s always something new that will change the way you live and work. What’s the next big thing? Who’s solving problems in a new and unusual way? How will new tools affect your bottom line? Check in every Thursday for NAIOP’s […]

This year, I’ve had the privilege of meeting with developers, owners, investors and many others from retail, office and industrial sectors across North America. I’ve seen firsthand the creativity and energy evident in projects spanning all sizes and shapes, and I’ve talked with the passionate professionals […]

There are inefficiencies in commercial real estate and a new generation of technology startups are here to help. That was the message of the ReTech meeting in New York on October 2. Though held in a shared office space only a few blocks from Wall Street, […]

Real estate data and information website RealtyTrac says more millennials live in the D.C. suburb of Arlington, Virginia, than anywhere else in the nation. Millennials (classified by RealtyTrac as age 37 and less) make up 39 percent of Arlington’s population – an 82 percent increase from […]

About NAIOP

Since 1967, NAIOP, the Commercial Real Estate Development Association, has become the leading organization for developers, owners and investors of office, industrial, retail and mixed-use real estate. NAIOP comprises 18,000+ members and provides strong advocacy, education and business opportunities through a powerful North American network. Visit our website at www.naiop.org.